Applying an Action Research Model to Learning (Re)Design

Title
Applying an Action Research Model to Learning (Re)Design
Publication Date
2015
Author(s)
Parkes, Mitchell
( author )
OrcID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7226-023X
Email: mparkes2@une.edu.au
UNE Id une-id:mparkes2
Fletcher, Peter
Stein, Sarah
Editor
Editor(s): Saul Carliner, Catherine Fulford, Nathaniel Ostashewski
Type of document
Conference Publication
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
Publisher
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
Place of publication
Waynesville, United States of America
UNE publication id
une:18143
Abstract
Action Research can provide a useful model for learning (re)design that allows the unit redevelopment process to take place within an inclusive research framework which is of benefit to both lecturers and students. An advantage of employing an Action Research model in this way is that it can help better balance two often competing obligations - teaching and research, without necessarily compromising the quality of either. The use of Action Research in the learning (re)design process is discussed in the context of the unit - ICT in Education. This is a large cohort unit that has been continually evolving with the aim of improving unit management, resource organisation and student experience. In particular, the application of an Action Research model in the restructure and management of discussion forums is described and a number of strategies developed for improving the management of discussion forums are presented and discussed.
Link
Citation
Proceedings of the World Conference on Educational Media and Technology (EdMedia), 2015(1), p. 238-247
ISBN
9781939797162
Start page
238
End page
247

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